SAUSAGE AND RICE STUFFED ACORN SQUASH

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I was wanting to try a new recipe, but couldn't find exactly what I was looking for, so I created this. So glad, because it's a HUGE hit! Even my picky child and husband love it, and are requesting more! Another fall hit!

Provided by Sophias Mom

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h

Yield 6 1/2 stuffed squash, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 medium acorn squash, halved, and seeds and pulp removed
cooking spray
salt and pepper, to taste
3/4 cup water, plus
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup forbidden rice
1/4 cup volcanic rice
1 lb bulk Italian sausage
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, chopped
1/3 cup celery, chopped
3/4 cup carrot, chopped
3/4 cup mushroom, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced
1/4-1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, to taste
1/4-1/2 teaspoon dried sage, to taste
1/4 cup dried cranberries, minced
3/4 cup shredded monterey jack cheese, divided
1 egg, beaten

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. I cut a sliver of skin off the middle of the.
  • back sides of the cut squash to "give it legs" (so that when it's right-side up and stuffed it doesn't roll around). Spray squash with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place cut side down on a baking sheet and roast 30 minutes.
  • 2. Meanwhile, bring water to boil. Add pinch of salt and both rice, and stir. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
  • 3. Preheat nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until no longer pink and crumbled. Remove from pan and drain.
  • 4. Add olive oil to pan and next 8 ingredients. Saute until tender, 5-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 5. Combine cooked rice, sausage, and vegetable mix in large bowl. Add cranberries and 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Toss to combine. Add beaten egg and toss until thoroughly coated.
  • 6. Stuff cavities of squash with filling and mound on top to use all filling. Cover and bake 30 minutes, until stuffing is almost set. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and bake uncovered to melt, another 10 minutes.
  • 7. Allow to cool and enjoy!
  • **EDIT**: I did my prep while stuff was cooking, so I just put total time, start to finish (including prepping the squash), under cooking time. And another side note, I have some awesome pictures and having issues downloading them.

Briana Brooks
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The squash is always cooked perfectly and the filling is always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sadid Prodhan
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This dish was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The squash was perfectly tender and the filling was flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


MD SAJu KHAN
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but this recipe was a game-changer! The squash was cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Caasho Axamed
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making this again.


Sabastian Tahmim
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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The squash is always cooked perfectly and the filling is always delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Atauea Bwaaua
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This dish was a little more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The squash was perfectly tender and the filling was flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Aftab don
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I'm not a big fan of acorn squash, but this recipe changed my mind! The squash was cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Yvonne Dogbe
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The squash was tender and flavorful, and the filling was perfectly seasoned. I will definitely be making this again.


M Zia
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The squash was cooked perfectly and the filling was delicious.


Ashok Rai
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This sausage and rice stuffed acorn squash was a hit with my family! The squash was perfectly tender and the filling was flavorful and moist. I will definitely be making this again.


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